Cravings

[GSleeve822 394]

So I'm about 6 months out and recently I've been having serious cravings, mostly for sugar or some sort of snack, like popcorn at night. The cravings are mostly at night and they are really severe. I drink Crystal light daily and I'm wondering if the fake sugar is giving me a sugar craving. I also have sugar free Syrup in my coffee. Idk if it has anything to do with it, but I need help. Has anyone else struggled with this? Prior to surgery I never cared about sugar, or Snacks like chips or popcorn... I literally didn't like them. Now it's basically all I think about, all night. If anyone has any ideas on how to fix this or even just if you've been through it, please respond

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[Beautiful 1 22]

I'm 6 weeks post op and I have the same issue, my nutritionist says eat a piece of fruit but not the skin. I want a candy bar like so bad.

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[cdeisroth 420]

Same here, I eat fruit or yogurt to satisfy the sweet cravings

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[shotgun72000 30]

I'm three months out from surgery, following a low carb diet and when I get a sweet tooth, Quest Cravings cure that. They taste like a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup. Calories 240, Protein 20, Carbs 4. Also, their Protein Bars are really good!!!

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[KristenLe 5,979]

@@GSleeve822 You might want to look into whether or not it could be a Vitamin deficiency. Try adding some veggies/fruits to your diet. It could be the crystal light like you thought too. If you're craving sweets - how about having a Protein shake a night??

[GSleeve822 394]

Thank you guys. The honey moon is definitely ending and I can see how people gain weight back. Any suggestions are helpful. I think I may get rid of the Crystal light and see how that goes. I don't do Protein shakes anymore but I might consider it if it becomes a problem

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[readi2lose4 2]

@@GSleeve822, I do these Assorted sugar-free Junior Cream Pops that are sold at a store called Winn Dixie. I don't know where you live but these are located in S. Florida. The brand Popsicle has a version called CreamSicle sugar free Cream Pops, however, most stores in my area no longer carry that brand.

In addition, Quest Bars are delicious and high in Protein. I'm loving the S'Mores flavor.

[walbome 3]

Quest bars – chocolate chip cookie dough!

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[EZisme 11]

Freeze some grapes you will be very surprised how much better they taste and hopefully satisfy your cravings

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[Beautiful 1 22]

Quest bars are gross to me I tried chocolate Peanut Butter I thought I was eating wood chips

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[heidikat72 935]

Is there an activity to do to help "redirect" your brain away from the craving when it hits? I know if I do something with my hands it helps and it's hard to eat if your hands are already occupied

[Christinamo7 4,042]

I would have a small serving of fruit, or a sugar free Popsicle, or part of a chocolate Protein bar (I like the Power Crunch triple chocolate). there's usually a healthier way to scratch an itch.

[leebick 448]

I tried the Quest Protein Bars before surgery and I'm not a fan. Besides, 240 calories seems like a lot of calories for an evening snack, even if there is a fair amount of Protein in there.